1969 Lancia Flavia vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flavia (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lancia Flavia (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Flavia | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Flavia | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
